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Communism in Hungary with a Historian

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Experience the remnants of Communism in the capital of Hungary as they come alive during this tour through an expert historical commentary and family stories. We are committed to tell the history of modern Hungary as objectively and factually as possible while we are happy to include our own personal opinion and personal life experiences. The tour includes seeing parts of Buda and Pest as well as a drink at a cult café which opened in 1961 and hasn't changed much since.
  • Tickets for subway (public transportation)
  • Included drink in a cult, Communist style cafe
Departure Point

Budapest, Erzsébet tér 7-8, 1051 Hungary The meeting point is in front of the Kempinski hotel, facing the Ferris wheel. In case of bad weather (rain, snow, huge wind) we meet in the hotel lobby.

Return Details

Budapest, Frankel Leó út 2-4, 1027 Hungary We end the tour usually in Bambi Cafe on the Buda side close to the center and Margaret bridge. On colder / wet days we often end on the Pest side in the center close to where we begin the tour.

  • Elizabeth Square, Budapest, Hungary
    Former Stalin square with interesting monuments and stories
    15 minutes
  • St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), Budapest, Hungary
    We talk about the churches and religious life during Communism, mentioning our family stories. We walk by the church and see it from the outside.
    15 minutes
  • Szabadsag ter, Budapest, Hungary
    See remnants of Communism from memorials through statues and embassies (and even part of a bunker from the outside) with stories making them alive.
    45 minutes
  • Hungarian Parliament Building, Budapest, Hungary
    We cover one of the most important events of the 1956 revolution - the so-called "Bloody Thursday" which happened on Kossuth square, in front of the Parliament.
    15 minutes
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Sandra_S
04 May 2025
Raymond was extremely knowledgeable, personable and enthusiastic. He brought communism in Hungary to life by telling how his family’s business was nationalized and his grandfather was forced to work in his own factory as poorly paid help, overseen by someone with no knowledge but loyal to the party. The party also forced his family to give up the apartments they owned and “assigned” them to live with another family in poorer quarters. He talked about how the church survived by “donating” money to the party. He also explained about working and living conditions under communism, and the fear that someone would “turn you in” to the party. His enthusiasm was infectious. He went above and beyond to escort us to our next destination. It was a great afternoon helping us understand an important part of Budapest’s history that you don’t get on regular city tours. Thanks, Raymond!
gapeachy1
13 Apr 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. It was one of the highlights of our trip. Rajmund provided interesting commentary as he pointed out key sights throughout the city. And we loved the conversation over drinks at Bambi Cafe. And his story about “Fancy pants.” Highly recommend the tour.
Shaza66
10 Mar 2025
An excellent tour. I was fortunate that it was just the Guide, Greg, and myself. This meant we could make it quite bespoke. I am very interested in post 1956 communism, the move to softer socialism and the breaking down of the Hungary/Austria border. Greg was so knowledgable. He grew up in Budapest and gave a personal insight into the Hungary of the past, (constantly battered, shifting and manipulated by one oppressor then another but remaining intact) as well as the more recent history including politics, church media and every-day life during and after socialism. He was great at answering my never-ending questions and I came away feeling I have very much got under the skin of this great country
This tour in Budapest is organized by Budapest Explorers

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